I hope everyone is having a great summer and looking forward to getting back to our second home, the Lodge, in the fall. The next few months I am sure will be enjoyable and very memorable. I can honestly say that being in the East these past few months has been one of the highlights of my life. I have thoroughly enjoyed every second of it so far.
Read MoreContinuing in its mission to partner with local nonprofits in the city of Philadelphia, Lodge No. 2 will be serving meals at the Gift of Life Howie’s House, which serves as a “home away from home” for transplant patients and their families by providing temporary, affordable lodging, meals and supportive services to those who travel to Philadelphia for transplant-related care. Every evening, the staff at the House host volunteers from the community to prepare meals for patients currently staying on premise, in a manner reminiscent of the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House.
Read MoreOfficer Robert J. Shisler passed away on May 7, 2023 of Deptford, NJ. Age 27. Beloved son of Robert H. Shisler of Deptford and Tracy (nee Hawkins) of Deptford, NJ. Loving brother of Ashley Shisler of Mantua and Tyler Shisler of Deptford. Cherished grandson of Marion Shisler of Depford, Robert A. Shisler of Deptford, Ethel Hawkins of Barrington, and the late Gary Hawkins. He is survived by his godparents, Danny Resnik and Brenda Simpkins, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Read MoreJoin us in celebrating the 265th Anniversary of Lodge No. 2 on Sat., 17-Jun-2023, at the LuLu Shrine in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Dinner will include a choice of filet mignon, grilled salmon or stuffed chicken prosciutto and will be accompanied with hors' d’oeuvres, a 10-piece band, live entertainment and an open bar. This event is open to members of Masonic District D and their significant others. Limit 2 tickets per Mason. Dress code is black tie.
Read MoreI hope everyone is having a great April. Our April 5th meeting was simply amazing. The featured speaker was Emily Hoffman, a patient at Shriners Hospital. She spoke about her amazing journey through our Shriners hospital system. Her parents also came and spoke to the lodge. Her mother wrote a book for children about her daughter and her journey to better health. Both of them were inspirational speakers.
Read MoreIn partnership with the Miller-Keystone Blood Center, the Masonic Blood and Organ Donor Program will be sponsoring a blood drive at the Tacony Masonic Temple on Sat., 27-May-2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. To donate blood, volunteers must first sign up for an appointment by registering here.
Read MoreIf you haven’t been to our Lodge meetings this year you have been missing a lot. Our February meeting featured a talk from a Holocaust survivor’s son. Dr. Jonathan Anoclk. He was brought to us by the Esther Raab Holocaust Museum and Goodwin Educational Center. Dr. Jonathan spoke about his mother who was a concentration camp survivor. The talk was very informative.
Read MoreLodge No. 2 will be partnering with Grace Cafe at the Arch Street United Methodist Church to serve home-cooked meals to some of Philadelphia’s most vulnerable residents on Sun., 30-Apr-2023 from 3:00-6:30 p.m. Grace Cafe is a faith-based organization whose mission is to provide food and fellowship to the city’s less fortunate. Volunteers will be asked to greet visitors, serve dishes, bus tables, assemble “to-go” meals and provide a memorable experience to our guests.
Read MoreLodge No. 2 and the LuLu Shriners will be hosting an Easter Bunny Breakfast & Egg Hunt on Sat., 01-Apr-2023 at 9:00 a.m. at the LuLu Shrine in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Come take your picture with the Easter Bunny at LuLu Shrine where there will an egg hunt, games and prizes! Tickets may be purchased online or via check. See the attached flyer for details.
Read MoreOn Tues., 07-Mar-2023, Lodge No. 2 welcomed Dr. Jonathan R. Anolik from the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Southern New Jersey who recounted the life and times of his mother, Erna Roth Anolik—a Holocaust survivor. A link to an interview featuring Erna Roth Anolik’s recollections of the Holocaust can be found here.
Read MoreLodge No. 2 and the LuLu Shriners will be hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Party on Fri., 17-Mar-2023 at 6:30 p.m. at the LuLu Shrine in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Come celebrate the season where there will be a full buffet and bar along with classic Irish music, fun and games.
Read MoreLodge No. 2 and the LuLu Shriners will be attending a coffee roasting and tasting demonstration on Sun., 05-Mar-2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Old Village Roastery in Lahaska, PA. The demonstration is expected to last approximately 45 minutes, after which guests will be able to browse the various business establishments at the historic Peddler’s Village.
Read MoreLodge No. 2 - Free & Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania
1 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
